1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (286 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-250 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2916 mm |
