2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,685 cc (5 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 580 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2685 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 66 L |
