2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2013 Honda Odyssey 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 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 139 kg more than 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 245 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 2209 kg | 2070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5152 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 2011 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
