2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 307 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot 307. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot 307. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 568 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 307. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Cherokee | 307 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1296 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
