2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2013 Ford Taurus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Taurus (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 5 kg more than 2013 Ford Taurus.
Because 2013 Ford Taurus is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Taurus 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, 2013 Ford Taurus (475 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Taurus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2177 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
