2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis

To start off, both 2007 Jeep Cherokee and 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis. 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 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis has manual transmission. 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis 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 2007 Mitsubishi Grandis
Make Jeep Mitsubishi
Model Cherokee Grandis
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 1966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 307 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.8 mm 95.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1829 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1660 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 65 L


 

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