2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 926 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Tahoe | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
