2008 Dodge Magnum vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 464 kg more than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Magnum. (259 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Magnum.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Magnum | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Magnum | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 259 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 78 L |