2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 350 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (407 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Desert Excursion | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1648 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
