2007 Volvo S60 vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 418 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60.
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 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (351 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volvo S60 | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Volvo | Jeep |
Model | S60 | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2521 cc | 2766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1637 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |