2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 332 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Lumina | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1619 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.1 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
