2009 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (128 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 390 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Cherokee | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2768 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
