2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 129 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
