2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 484 kg more than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2009 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Acadia | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3599 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |
