2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Volkswagen Eos were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,188 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Eos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Eos (250 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Eos should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 353 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Eos.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. (319 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Eos. 2008 Volkswagen Eos has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Eos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | Eos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2766 cc | 3188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
