2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Cherokee and 2007 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 184 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS.
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 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Lexus IS | |
Make | Jeep | Lexus |
Model | Cherokee | IS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |