2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 385 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Silverado | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 458 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2365 kg | 1980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |