2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 4 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 554 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. 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 2012 Bentley Mulsanne. 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, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
| Make | Jeep | Bentley |
| Model | Cherokee | Mulsanne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 6800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 1018 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 2585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1521 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3266 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 96 L |
