2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 997 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Cherokee | R |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |