2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,207 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 4 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.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 S (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz S 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 S | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cherokee | S |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 6207 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 90 L |
