2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover LR3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover LR3 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) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (300 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Land Rover LR3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover LR3 weights approximately 483 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover LR3 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 (453 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Land Rover LR3. (427 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Land Rover LR3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Land Rover LR3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | LR3 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |
