2008 Ford Escape vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Ford Escape and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Ford Escape. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 454 kg more than 2008 Ford Escape. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Escape | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escape | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 2169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 78 L |