2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 676 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (313 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Cherokee | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
