2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Saturn Astra
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Saturn Astra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 140 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 693 kg more than 2008 Saturn Astra.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Saturn Astra. 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 (344 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Saturn Astra | |
Make | Jeep | Saturn |
Model | Cherokee | Astra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 46 L |