2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 645 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Porsche 911 (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. 2008 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2007 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 89 L |
