2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Cherokee | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3704 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 384 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |