2005 Ford Expedition vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand 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, 2013 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 93 L |
