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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 597 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 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Cherokee | G |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 469 HP |
Torque | 400 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 2425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 96 L |