2007 Chevrolet Captiva vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Captiva would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Captiva should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 68 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Captiva | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
