2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 402 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Silverado | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5860 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
