2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Korando is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 SsangYong Korando. 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, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | Cherokee | Korando |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
