The 2019 Jeep Cherokee offers 3 powerful engine options that can each deliver up to 271 hp or 295 lb-ft of torque depending on your choice of engine. The engine choices include:

• 2.4L Tigershark Multiair 2 Engine: 180 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque.
• 3.2L Pentastar V6 Engine: 271 hp and 239 lb-ft of torque.
• 2.0L Turbo Engine: 270 hp and 295 lb-ft of torque.

The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox offers the following engine options:

• 1.5L Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine (170 hp and 203 lb-ft of torque)
• 1.6L Turbo-Diesel 4-Cylinder Engine (137 hp and 240 lb-ft of torque)
• 2.0L Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine (252 hp and 260 lb-ft of torque)

Towing Capacity

With the 3.2L Pentastar V6 engine and a nine-speed automatic transmission, the 2019 Jeep Cherokee can tow up to 4,500 lbs. With the right configuration, the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox offers up to 3,500 lbs of towing.

4X4 Handling

The 2019 Jeep Cherokee is designed for all types of terrain thanks to its innovative 4×4 systems:

• Jeep Active Drive I
• Jeep Active Drive II
• Jeep Active Drive Lock

While the 2019 Chevrolet Equinox is available in AWD, it does not focus on 4×4 handling as part of its feature set. While the Cherokee has different types of 4×4 systems, the Equinox only has one type of AWD drivetrain. If you want more 4×4 options, the Cherokee delivers.

Interior Features and Space

The 2019 Jeep Cherokee offers a refined interior that’s complete with accent stitchings, Uconnect® technology that keeps you connected to navigation and off-road adventures, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto. The 2019 Chevrolet Equinox offers similar features. However, while both vehicles both seat 5 passengers, the Cherokee provides 128 cubic feet of passenger space, while the Equinox offers only 90 cubic feet.