2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 1 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 3,701 cc, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 124 kg more 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (282 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Trans Sport | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3349 cc | 3701 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 282 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |