1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 880 kg more than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherokee | ML |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2920 mm |
