2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 804 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
