1996 Ford Escort vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 13 more horse power than 1996 Ford Escort. (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 665 kg more than 1996 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 1996 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |