2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 4 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (207 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherokee | G |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 96 L |
