2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Ridgeline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Ridgeline would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 907 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Ridgeline. (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Ridgeline | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2087 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |
