2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lexus LS. 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | LS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1886 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 84 L |
