2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Mercedes-Benz R were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (188 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 244 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherokee | R |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
