Jeep Cherokee vs Ford Escape

Your next rough-and-tumble compact SUV must be ready for anything. From the pavement to those off-road trails, the 2020 Jeep Cherokee and 2020 Ford Escape perform admirably. In this car comparison, we want to help Cumming, Roswell, and Johns Creek, GA, drivers choose between the two.

See how these SUVs compare across the board. From performance to interior features, no stone will be left unturned! Contact our team at Troncalli Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram (CDJR) with any questions.

Cherokee vs Escape: Performance Specs

From suburban neighborhoods to crowded city streets, the 2020 Cherokee and Escape deliver standout performances. Both come standard with base engines (4-cylinder in the Cherokee; 3-cylinder in the Ford Escape) that produce around 180 horsepower for smooth daily driving.

If you want to put some more pep in your step, the Ford Escape offers an available turbo 4-cylinder engine that cranks out 250 horsepower. However, only the Jeep Cherokee makes a Pentastar® V6 engine part of its arsenal. That vigorous V6 delivers 271 horsepower for speedier acceleration.

The Cherokee's extra power gives it a serious towing advantage too. With the Jeep SUV, you can tow up to 4,500 pounds when properly equipped. The Escape tops out with a 3,500-pound towing capacity.

Headed Off-Road: Trail Rated® Capability

If your adventures lead you down paths less traveled, the Jeep Cherokee and Ford Escape are ready. The two vehicles offer available four-wheel drive (Jeep) or all-wheel drive (Ford) systems for extra traction.

While both SUVs can tackle light trails with ease, only the Jeep Cherokee can be equipped for heavy-duty off-road adventures. The Cherokee Trailhawk trim is Trail Rated® for its standout ground clearance and water-fording ability, among other qualities.

In fact, the Cherokee Trailhawk comes standard with the Selec-Terrain® Traction Management System, which helps you adapt to the varying terrain all around you. It even includes a Rock mode!

In-Car Technology for Your Drive Ahead

The 2020 Cherokee and Escape will keep you connected with their infotainment systems. A Uconnect® system in the Jeep, as well as its Ford counterpart, offers smartphone connectivity and navigation.

Need to send a message to your favorite people back home? Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ will let you do that and so much more. Link your smartphone and access your music and map apps with a swipe of the finger. Uconnect® 4C NAV makes integrated navigation standard.

Keep in mind, though, that Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ only come standard on the Cherokee. For the Ford Escape, you will need to move beyond the base trim level for the same capability.

Jeep Cherokee vs Ford Escape: The Verdict

While the 2020 Jeep Cherokee and 2020 Ford Escape are two capable compact SUVs, it's clear the Jeep SUV goes above and beyond in major ways. If you need a muscular vehicle that can manage off-roading adventures with ease, the Cherokee may be perfect for you.

Find out for yourself when you schedule a test drive at Troncalli CDJR. We'll get you behind the wheel. If you like what you see, you'll be on the roads of Cumming, Roswell, and Johns Creek, Georgia, before long!