2008 Ford Explorer vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2008 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Explorer weights approximately 137 kg more than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Explorer | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4013 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2077 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2700 mm |
