2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (257 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 840 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (337 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Jeep | Saturn |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Vue |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
