2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2013 Acura ZDX is newer by 6 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. Both 2007 Jeep Cherokee and 2013 Acura ZDX are equipped with a 3,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura ZDX weights approximately 184 kg more than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura ZDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Acura ZDX | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Cherokee | ZDX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 2013 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4887 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2174 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1596 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
