2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
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 RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 683 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
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 (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Cherokee | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |