2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 784 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 473 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2209 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 67 L |
