2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 728 kg more than 1997 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
