2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (330 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Ford Expedition. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 682 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition. 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (509 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 80 L |
