2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2010 GMC Sierra 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2010 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Sierra weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Sierra. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Sierra.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2010 GMC Sierra
Make Jeep GMC
Model Grand Cherokee Sierra
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 330 HP 315 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Flex Fuel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1978 kg 2318 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 5847 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2032 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1875 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3645 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.2 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.2 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 98 L