2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 5 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Sierra (355 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 461 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 2013 GMC Sierra is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Jeep | GMC |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2439 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 98 L |
