2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Ford Escape
To start off, 2010 Ford Escape is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Escape (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 86 kg more than 2010 Ford Escape.
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 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Escape. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Cherokee | Escape |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4717 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
