2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2004 Jeep Cherokee and 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 166 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherokee | CL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 99 L |
