2004 Ford F-250 vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-250 (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1121 kg more than 2007 Jeep 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, 2004 Ford F-250 (476 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-250 | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-250 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2939 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3970 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 70 L |
