2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Impala | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
