2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2007 Toyota RunX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RunX (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 879 kg more than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RunX. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | RunX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
