2005 Donkervoort D8 vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, both 2005 Donkervoort D8 and 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Donkervoort D8.

Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Donkervoort D8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Donkervoort D8. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Donkervoort D8.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Donkervoort D8 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Donkervoort Jeep
Model D8 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1780 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 149 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 319 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3420 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1110 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2310 mm 2790 mm


 

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