1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Volkswagen Passat (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | Passat |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2710 mm |
