2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2000 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (312 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1248 kg more than 2000 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 Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2000 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 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 | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2678 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2580 mm |
