2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 245 kg more than 2012 Toyota Venza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Cherokee | Venza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |