1993 Ford Mondeo vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Ford Mondeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Ford Mondeo 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 95 more horse power than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
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, 1993 Ford Mondeo, 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Ford Mondeo. (157 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Mondeo | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mondeo | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3704 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |
