2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 686 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-250 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 4701 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2664 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 80 L |
