2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
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 (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 GMC Sierra | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 Length | 5790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 78 L |
