1995 Donkervoort S8 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1995 Donkervoort S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1380 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Donkervoort S8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Donkervoort S8 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Donkervoort | Jeep |
| Model | S8 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 166 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 675 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1800 mm |
