2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 127 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 Phaeton. 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton. (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Cherokee | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |