2000 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (129 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 617 kg more than 2000 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Focus | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |