2005 Ford GT vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford GT (551 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 96 kg more than 2005 Ford GT.

Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 GT (678 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (414 Nm). This means 2005 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Ford GT 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Ford Jeep
Model GT Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5408 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 551 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 678 Nm 414 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 86.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.4:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1584 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1130 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption 11.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 18.1 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 80 L


 

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