2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, both 2007 Jeep Cherokee and 2007 Nissan 350Z were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 816 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2526 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
