2007 Dodge Ram vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 717 kg more than 2004 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (509 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2668 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
