2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 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 28 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 81 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain. 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 GMC Terrain. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Jeep | GMC |
| Model | Cherokee | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
