2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lincoln Town Car. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
Model | Cherokee | Town Car |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 240 HP |
Torque | 307 Nm | 389 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 2002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |