2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Cherokee and 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 616 kg more than 2007 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cherokee | GL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 5461 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |