2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2008 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 889 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Polo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
