2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 237 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | Cherokee | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2427 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 167 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |