1992 Ford Festiva vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Ford Festiva 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Ford Jeep
Model Festiva Grand Cherokee
Year Released 1992 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1323 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 59 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 99 Nm 319 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 74 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75.5 mm 91 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3580 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2300 mm 2790 mm