1989 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 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 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1390 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |