1958 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 860 kg more than 1958 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 2006 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 63.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 78 L |
