2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 5 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 29 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.
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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Jeep | Cadillac |
| Model | Cherokee | CTS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1858 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
