2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1999 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, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 586 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-450 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-450 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 87 L |
