2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Peugeot 307. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Peugeot 307 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 330 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Because 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Peugeot 307. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 307. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 307 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1498 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
