2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Mini Cooper

To start off, 2010 Mini Cooper is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 726 kg more than 2010 Mini Cooper.

Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mini Cooper. 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 (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mini Cooper. 2008 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2010 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Cherokee 2010 Mini Cooper
Make Jeep Mini
Model Cherokee Cooper
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 308 Nm 260 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 1850 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1951 kg 1225 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 3713 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1684 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1407 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2466 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 50 L


 

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