2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 2 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette 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 394 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1886 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
