2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 102 kg more than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. 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 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2012 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Cherokee | Charger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
