2009 Ford E-350 vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford E-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford E-350 would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-350. (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1366 kg more than 2009 Ford E-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford E-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-350. (475 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford E-350 | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | E-350 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 93 L |
