2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2011 Toyota Prius 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Prius. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 789 kg more than 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 2011 Toyota Prius. 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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Prius |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |
