2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle 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 Volkswagen Caravelle weights approximately 56 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 Volkswagen Caravelle. 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 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle. (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherokee | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 307 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 19.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2930 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |