2008 Acura RL vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Acura RL 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 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 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RL | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | RL | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 319 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 78 L |