2008 Ford Territory vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, both 2008 Ford Territory and 2008 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc, 2008 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Territory weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Ford Territory has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Ford Territory will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Ford Territory 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Make Ford Jeep
Model Territory Wrangler
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Crossover SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3984 cc 3960 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 0 HP
Torque 380 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.7:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 175 km/hour 169 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.6 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2015 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 5770 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2850 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.5 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 72 L


 

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