2025 Ford
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2024 Jeep
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MPG - City | Info not available | 19 MPG |
MPG - Hwy | Info not available | Info not available |
Seating Capacity | 6 - 7 seats | 5 seats |
Cargo Space | Info not available | 70.8 ft3 |
Engine |
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Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
Drivetrain | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive | Four Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive |
Horsepower | 300 - 400 hp | 293 hp |
Towing Capacity | 5,300 - 5,600 lbs | 6,200 lbs |
Exterior Length | 198.8 in | 193.5 in |
Exterior Width | 78.9 in | 77.5 in |
Leg Room |
Front 42.9 - 43.0 in
Rear 38.3 - 39.0 in |
Front 41.3 in
Rear 38.2 in |
Head Room |
Front 38.9 - 40.7 in
Rear 38.2 - 40.5 in |
Front 39.9 in
Rear 39.4 in |
*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.
Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Ford Explorer than in the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
The Ford Explorer will be popular with taller drivers and passengers in the front seat, due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). When looking only at MSRP, the Ford Explorer will have less of an impact on your bank account than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Dimensions
The Ford Explorer is a little wider than the Jeep Grand Cherokee, so getting in and out of the car in a crowded parking lot may be a little more of a squeeze.
For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Ford Explorer, which is slightly longer than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Performance
With the Jeep Grand Cherokee, you'll be able to pull heavier loads than with the Ford Explorer.
In terms of horsepower, it's a virtual tie between the Ford Explorer and the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Powertrain
With somewhat higher torque, the Ford Explorer transmits power to its wheels a bit more effectively than the Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Utility
The Ford Explorer offers greater seating capacity than the Jeep Grand Cherokee, making it a better choice for those who find themselves chauffeuring others around.