2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 Toyota Fortuner.
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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. 2008 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Fortuner has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
