2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 214 kg more than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Porsche Cayenne has manual transmission. 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2209 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 85 L |
