2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1400 kg more than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Excursion | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1710 mm |