2008 Ford F-450 vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-450 would be higher. Both 2008 Ford F-450 and 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee are equipped with a 6,400 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-450. (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-450.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (630 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2012 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. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-450 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 93 L |
