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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Vs. 2020 Ford Explorer: Which is Better for Off-Road Driving in Surrey BC?
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(Posted on Nov 3, 2020 at 11:00PM by Josh Lew)
The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2020 Ford Explorer can both handle adverse conditions. But what if you want to truly go off-road, or you ride in snowy conditions? Which of these vehicles has the traction, drivetrain, and other features to keep you in firm control in rough situations with dirt, ice, sand, or rocks? The 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk and 2020 Ford Explorer ST are mid-level trims that offer better performance than basic models. Here is how they compare when you take them off the pavement.Â
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2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk
Engine: 3.6L V6 or 5.7L V8
Drivetrain: 4x4 with Quadra-Drive II and Quadra-Lift Air Suspension
Traction Control:Â Selec-Terrain with snow, sand, mud, and rock settings
Tires:Â 265/60R18 BSW all-terrain
2020 Ford Explorer STÂ Â
Engine: 3.0L EcoBoost
Drivetrain: Intelligent AWD
Traction Control: Terrain management system
Tires:Â P255/55R20 BSW all-season
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The Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk is the clear off-road winner in this comparison. Both of its engine options are more powerful than the Explorer's, and the level of control over traction settings is clearly superior. With the proprietary Selec-Terrain system, you can easily choose the setup that best fits conditions, no matter what they may be.  Engine: 3.6L V6 or 5.7L V8
Drivetrain: 4x4 with Quadra-Drive II and Quadra-Lift Air Suspension
Traction Control:Â Selec-Terrain with snow, sand, mud, and rock settings
Tires:Â 265/60R18 BSW all-terrain
2020 Ford Explorer STÂ Â
Engine: 3.0L EcoBoost
Drivetrain: Intelligent AWD
Traction Control: Terrain management system
Tires:Â P255/55R20 BSW all-season
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With the 2020 Trailhawk, drivers also get limited slip differential and plenty of underbody protection. This trim offers skid plates to shield the bottom of the vehicle and the fuel tank.Â
If you are ready for a Jeep Grand Cherokee that can handle conditions both on the road and off, contact our Surrey BC dealership for a test drive.Â
