Jeep Cherokee vs Ford Escape

• Standard Power: The Cherokee's standard 2.4L Tigershark MultiAir I-4 engine generates up to 184 horsepower and 171 lb-ft of torque, and also features an industry-first disconnecting rear axle. The Escape's standard 2.5L Duratec lags behind, offering 168 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque
• Available Power: The Cherokee's available 3.2L Pentastar VVT V6 puts you in command of 271 horsepower and 239 lb-ft of torque, appreciably more than the 240 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque offered by the Escape's available 2.0L EcoBoost

2016 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2016 Ford Escape: Off-Road Capabilities
The 2016 Jeep Cherokee is one of the few full-sized SUV's which manages to bridge the gap between providing car-like on-road driving dynamics and plenty of backcountry potential. Unlike the 2016 Ford Escape, it ensures and can handle the trail just as easily as they can cruise the highway by offering a number of cutting-edge systems, including:

• Class-Exclusive 9-Speed Automatic Transmission: This transmission system's greater number of gears  allows for rapid acceleration in the city, flawless efficiency on the highway, and tight control when traversing tricky terrain
• Selec-Terrain System: Customize your drive to meet diverse challenges by cycling between Auto, Snow, Sport, Sand/Mud, and available Rock modes
• Three Innovative 4x4 Systems: The 2016 Escape offers just one 4x4 system, while the Cherokee allows you to choose from either Jeep Active Drive I, Jeep Active Drive II, or Jeep Active Drive Lock 4x4 with 4-Low and rear locker

2016 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2016 Ford Escape: Best in Class Technology
The 2016 Jeep Cherokee's technological superiority to the 2016 Ford Escape continues when you consider comfort and convenience features as well. Several systems are included in only the Cherokee, which we know our customers will want to have on their SUV:

• Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go: Employs radar and video technology to maintain a preset distance between your Cherokee and the car ahead, based on your cruise control settings. It even stops and starts the vehicle, when necessary
• Uconnect 8.4: This advanced multimedia center offers 3D mapping, voice control and a Class-Exclusive 8.4-inch touchscreen

2016 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2016 Ford Escape: Pricing
Often, one of the first things that people will look at is price. Both the Jeep Cherokee and Ford Escape are priced quite affordable, with the Escape slightly edging the Cherokee. Starting MSRP for the 2016 Jeep Cherokee is $23,395**, while the starting MSRP for the 2016 Ford Escape is $23,100**. The Cherokee is the obvious choice for any car buyer searching for the vehicle with the most power and Mike Toler Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram is ready to work with you to get you into the vehicle you want, at the price you can afford.
**MSRP excludes taxes, destination charges, optional equipment, registration and dealer charges.