2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Mercedes-Benz C are equipped with a 2,987 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 2987 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1886 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |
