2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 639 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 (425 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 297 HP |
Torque | 425 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2069 kg | 2708 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 88 L |