2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Opel Tigra

To start off, both 2007 Jeep Cherokee and 2007 Opel Tigra 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 132 more horse power than 2007 Opel Tigra. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 564 kg more than 2007 Opel Tigra. 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 Opel Tigra. 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Tigra. (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Tigra. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Opel Tigra has manual transmission. 2007 Opel Tigra 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 Opel Tigra
Make Jeep Opel
Model Cherokee Tigra
Year Released 2007 2007
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 1246 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 201 HP 69 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 307 Nm 170 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 69.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.8 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1829 kg 1265 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 3930 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1690 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1370 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2500 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 45 L


 

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