2008 GMC Envoy vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 GMC Envoy 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Envoy weights approximately 72 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 (425 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Envoy. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
2008 GMC Envoy | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Envoy | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 374 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |