2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 3 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 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 51 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 284 kg more than 2010 Lexus IS. 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 2010 Lexus IS. 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, 2010 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Cherokee | IS |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
