2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 80 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (500 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (441 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |
