2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Volkswagen GTI 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 493 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. 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 Volkswagen GTI. 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) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen GTI. (281 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen GTI.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Cherokee | GTI |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
