2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey 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. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 757 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Odyssey. (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Odyssey | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Odyssey | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3469 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1886 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 78 L |