2008 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Optra 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 868 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. 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 (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Optra. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Optra | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Optra | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
