2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
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 (510 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 12.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
