2005 GMC Sierra vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2005 GMC Sierra. (295 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Grand Cherokee (509 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 330 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2423 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
