2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser
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 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (153 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 878 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser. (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 108 L |
