2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Volvo S60
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Volvo S60 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 @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2008 Volvo S60. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 389 kg more than 2008 Volvo S60. 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 Volvo S60. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Cherokee | S60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |