2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercury Sable. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercury Sable would be higher. At 5,654 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 404 kg more than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Sable. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercury Sable. (248 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sable |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
