2008 Ford Taurus X vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus X is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus X (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus X should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 603 kg more than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Taurus X. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Taurus X. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Taurus X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Taurus X | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taurus X | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
