2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Fusca would be higher. At 3,701 cc, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (52 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1007 kg more than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. (105 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volkswagen Fusca. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2000 Volkswagen Fusca has manual transmission. 2000 Volkswagen Fusca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2000 Volkswagen Fusca | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | Fusca |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1585 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
