2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 452 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | Touran |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
