2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (268 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 399 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo S80. 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 Volvo S80 (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Cherokee | S80 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 7.5 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 | 1951 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
