2009 GMC Savana vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 GMC Savana is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 GMC Savana. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Savana weights approximately 732 kg more than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Savana. (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Savana.

Compare all specifications:

2009 GMC Savana 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make GMC Jeep
Model Savana Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Van SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4200 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 192 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 260 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3300 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2550 kg 1818 kg


 

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