2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 MG TF

To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 MG TF were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,701 cc (8 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 869 kg more than 2008 MG TF.

Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 MG TF. 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 (425 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 MG TF has manual transmission. 2008 MG TF will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2008 MG TF
Make Jeep MG
Model Grand Cherokee TF
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Roadster
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 4701 cc 1796 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 118 HP
Torque 425 Nm 165 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.7 mm 89.3 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 200 km/hour 190 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 10.2 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2069 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 3950 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1270 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.5 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 50 L


 

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