1998 Ford Telstar vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Telstar should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 402 kg more than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Telstar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Telstar | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Telstar | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
