2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 190 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (399 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Express 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Chevrolet Jeep
Model Express Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 279 HP 0 HP
Torque 399 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3200 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1638 kg 1828 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 3440 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 78 L


 

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