2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1989 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 803 kg more than 1989 Porsche 911.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1989 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1989 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1260 mm |