2000 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Ford Focus. (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1326 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 2526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |