2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2008 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Jeep |
| Model | SL | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 720 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
