2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 484 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta 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 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
