2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2011 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 3 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 946 kg more than 2011 Ford Transit Connect.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. (173 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Transit Connect. 2011 Ford Transit Connect has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford Transit Connect will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Ford Transit Connect | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Cherokee | Transit Connect |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 136 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2520 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 2014 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 58 L |
