2007 GMC Savana vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 923 kg more than 1997 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 GMC Savana (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Savana | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Savana | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2353 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2580 mm |
