2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Lexus RX
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Lexus RX were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus RX (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Lexus RX.
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 (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lexus RX. (342 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Lexus RX | |
Make | Jeep | Lexus |
Model | Cherokee | RX |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 7.8 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 | 2031 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |