2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherokee | C |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
