2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2005 Ford Expedition and 2005 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 569 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Expedition. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3700 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1867 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 70 L |
