2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. 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 76 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (229 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 730 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2009 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Freelander 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3191 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 453 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |