When you're looking for a new car in Mechanicsburg, PA, The Fred Beans Auto Group is here to serve you. With over fifty years of car service experience and a top of the line selection, they will make sure you leave with the car you want. When purchasing a new car there are plenty of good vehicles to choose from. Two of these are the Ford Explorer and the Jeep Grand Cherokee. Each has its pros and cons and reasons you'd consider buying either. What follows is a further review of these two automobiles.Â
The Ford Explorer
Exterior and Safety
For the 2014 model year Ford took the Explorer from off-roading to family convenience. A high rigid car with a flat roof it is, nevertheless, a stylish car with the front grill being understated and classy. Top marks in safety tests from several different agencies and several different safety features point to the fact the Explorer is one of the safest cars on the market.
Interior
On
the inside, built Ford tough is still a thing. The Explorer can take plenty of
abuse due to its sturdy 
build and sheer space. In terms of passenger space the
Explorer is one of the biggest on the market for purchase. Seven people can fit
into the Explorer and even five large adults would have no problems. The
Explorer comes with MyFord Touch, a touch and voice activated central system
that controls the car's functions. Â Â
The Engine and Ride
A V-6 3.5-liter engine is stock and offers a powerful and predictable ride along with 17/24 MPG. Sadly, if the great outdoors are your thing the Explorer isn't designed for that. But in the urban jungle it is second to none. The controls are quick and responsive and the ride is smooth and comfortable for such a large car.  Â
The Jeep Grand Cherokee
Exterior and Safety
On the outside the Jeep remains as Jeeps have been since 2011. Still stylish, but the 2014 model has had its front grill redesigned. No longer the bright, chrome finish buyers were used, it now seems understated and lacking for such a well-made, stylish car. The LED taillights and spoiler are now stock and do add to the overall look. In terms of safety, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is a safe vehicle pulling in four-star ratings from the National Highway Traffic and Safety Institute.
Interior
On the inside the Jeep sports a leather look and a rather large wheel. Metallic accents set off the center controls and touch screens. It's a nice looking interior that seems to shine under the sun, as the outdoors seems to be the Jeep's true home. Wood trim in the higher end models adds to this overall feel of nature. Â
The Engine and Ride
The ride in the Jeep is smooth with plenty of power to back it up. The stock engine is a V-6 offering 17/25 overall and the V8 option, while strong, is abysmal at 13/19 MPG.
Conclusion
In summation each car offers its ups and downs. The Explorer offers a highly safe and modern car with plenty of room for the growing or large family. While the Jeep offers luxury but seems wasted on the city streets and some of its concepts old fashioned. Whatever your choice Fred Beans Ford of Mechanicsburg can make sure you get the best deal on the market.