2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Volvo S80 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2009 Volvo S80. (311 HP @ 5950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo S80.
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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo S80. (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Grand Cherokee | S80 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4412 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |