2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander (230 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 304 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. (291 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4666 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 63 L |
