2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 4921 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 308 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 2524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
