2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Ford 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1622 kg more than 1997 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 (677 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (407 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Excursion | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Excursion | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7274 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2700 mm |
