2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 731 kg more than 2008 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Maverick | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Maverick | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 265 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 93 L |
