2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Cherokee 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Jeep Mercedes-Benz
Model Cherokee SLK
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 0 HP
Torque 307 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.8 mm 78.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 180 km/hour 223 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 10.8 seconds 8.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1829 kg 1365 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.2 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 60 L