2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 693 kg more than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
