2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Mini Cooper were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,766 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 915 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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 Mini Cooper. 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 (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Jeep | Mini |
Model | Cherokee | Cooper |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2766 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |