2008 Ford E-150 vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 353 kg more than 2008 Ford E-150.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford E-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2008 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford E-150 | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | E-150 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
