2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (469 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 696 kg more than 2009 Nissan GT-R.
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, 2009 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Grand Cherokee | GT-R |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 469 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 74 L |