2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 886 kg more than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. 2008 Land Rover Discovery has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 86 L |
