2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 703 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1505 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2635 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
