2009 Ford Edge vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Edge (265 HP) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Ford Edge (339 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Edge | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Edge | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
