2008 Ford Edge vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 843 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Edge | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Edge | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |