2009 Dodge Ram vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 1 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. Both 2009 Dodge Ram and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee are equipped with a 4,701 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 494 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.
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 (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (448 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 80 L |
