2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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 249 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC60. (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Grand Cherokee | XC60 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 281 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1893 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2774 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |