2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (154 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Cherokee | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 96 L |