2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
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 Wrangler (319 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Cherokee | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
