2006 Ford Escape vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 644 kg more than 2006 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Escape. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escape | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2776 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
