2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey is newer by 4 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (248 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 210 kg more than 2012 Honda Odyssey. 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 2012 Honda Odyssey. 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Jeep | Honda |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5154 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1737 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 17 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 79 L |