Are you looking for an SUV that combines power with grace, control, and comfort? Which vehicle will go the distance: the 2023 Jeep Cherokee or the 2023 Ford Escape?
The Scranton DCJR team is ready to lend a hand to car shoppers near Clarks Summit, Dickson City, and Dalton, PA. We’ve compared the two vehicles, and now we want to share our discoveries. Keep reading for the head-to-head comparison of the Cherokee vs. Escape.
MAXIMUM HORSEPOWER
TOWING CAPACITY
PASSENGER VOLUME
SUVs are adventurous just like you. With the proper equipment and your wild spirit at the helm, you can do just about anything you put your mind to in the Jeep Cherokee or the Ford Escape. When you have gear to haul or a summer of camping trips to Frances Slocum State Park Campground in mind, towing capability is key. Which model will help you better tackle towing and on-road travel, though?
A good engine is the core of any car. The available 2.0L turbo engine makes the Jeep Cherokee a guaranteed powerhouse right off the bat. Effortless acceleration is the name of the game with its 270 horsepower, and heavy lifting comes easily as well with 295 lb-ft of torque. In contrast, the most powerful engine for the Ford Escape generates only 250 horsepower and 280 lb-ft of torque.
For peak control over your SUV’s performance, you’ll want its engine paired with a versatile transmission. The standard 9-speed transmission on the Cherokee is well prepared for terrain changes—bring on the hills! An 8-speed transmission is standard on the Escape.
When you have gear to haul or a summer of camping trips in mind, towing capability is key. The Ford Escape can tow up to 3,500 pounds when properly equipped. The Jeep Cherokee is prepared to carry your gear with its 4,000-pound towing capacity when properly equipped.
With their base configurations, the Cherokee and the Escape can both tow up to 2,000 pounds. That’s the equivalent of a pop-up tent trailer or a small boat! If you need more pulling power, though, choose the Cherokee.
When you’re not taking a highway jaunt or navigating city streets, you’re kicking up dust in a remote location. With the Cherokee or the Escape by your side, getting away from society is easy. However, the Jeep’s Trail Rated® status and additional capabilities will reassure you on the trickiest trails.
These small SUVs can take on big adventures. Both the 2023 Jeep Cherokee and the 2023 Ford Escape provide driving modes that tailor traction and steering to suit specific terrain. If creek crossing will be a major factor in future adventures to Rausch Creek Off Road Park, only the Cherokee will perform at the level you need. Use the standard Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System in the Jeep to choose from:
- Auto
- Snow
- Sport
- Sand/Mud
- Available Rock
The Escape offers four standard Selectable Drive Modes: Eco, Sport, Slippery, and Normal. Although the Ford’s system offers four standard modes like the Cherokee, the Jeep’s system has an available Rock mode for your most rugged excursions.
Drivers who prefer the added control of 4-wheel drive will find it available with the Cherokee. In fact, it has two available 4x4 systems to choose from. When you drive with the available Jeep Active Drive 4x4 System, the road is only the beginning. The Cherokee Trailhawk comes standard with the Jeep Active Drive Lock 4x4 System, which is designed for intense outdoor exploration.
On the other hand, the Ford Escape comes standard with front-wheel drive, which will aid in this SUV’s efficiency. However, All-Wheel Drive (AWD) with AWD Disconnect is available to provide added oomph and stability to your ventures. If you need to answer your call to adventure, though, the Jeep Cherokee will ensure stable footing.
After a strenuous hike or a new workout, you want to be comfortable. Good thing the Jeep Cherokee and the Ford Escape were built with your comfort in mind. Which SUV will help you fully relax, though?
While the outside of your SUV weathers the great outdoors, your vehicle keeps you comfortable and secure inside its cabin. Whether you’re exploring a colder climate or heading out after sundown, heated seats will keep you cozy in the 2023 Cherokee and the 2023 Escape. However, these seats are standard in the Jeep! Plus, only the Cherokee has available ventilated front seats to keep you cool.
The Jeep continues to win in the comfort department with its standard heated steering wheel and Dual-Zone Automatic Temperature Control feature. While these features are available on the Ford, you can enjoy them without an upgrade in the Cherokee.
On long car trips, a little extra personal space can make your day. The maximum passenger interior volume for the Ford Escape is 104 cubic feet, while maximum passenger volume in the Jeep Cherokee is 128 cubic feet.
With more space dedicated to you and your passengers, everyone can kick back and relax on the ride.
Whether you’re towing, off-roading, or just getting comfy, the choice for drivers near Clarks Summit, Dickson City, and Dalton, PA, is clear. In a faceoff between Jeep Cherokee vs. Ford Escape, the 2023 Jeep Cherokee leads the pack.
Make a call to Scranton DCJR today if you’d like to learn more about this indomitable vehicle. A Jeep Cherokee test drive could be in your immediate future.
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