2007 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 394 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Charger. 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 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Charger | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 1949 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
