2009 Ford E-250 vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Ford E-250 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 898 kg more than 2009 Ford E-250.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-250 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | E-250 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
