2000 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2000 Ford Ranger and 2000 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Ranger (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 132 kg more than 2000 Ford Ranger.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Ranger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Ford Ranger (250 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. 2000 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Ranger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Ranger | 2000 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Ranger | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
