2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (345 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Sierra weights approximately 447 kg more than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
