2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (425 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 ML | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 5460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 382 HP |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 95 L |
