2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H 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 71 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 254 kg more than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Cherokee 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Jeep SsangYong
Model Cherokee Chairman H
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 139 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 307 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1829 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2910 mm