2005 Ford Freestar vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 201 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 12 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Freestar | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1951 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 73 L |
