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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Sierra weights approximately 729 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 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 | 5999 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 312 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 506 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1949 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 78 L |
