2000 Ford TS-50 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford TS-50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford TS-50 would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Ford TS-50. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford TS-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 770 kg more than 2000 Ford TS-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford TS-50. (175 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford TS-50.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford TS-50 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Ford Jeep
Model TS-50 Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2000 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1989 cc 4701 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 128 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 453 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1208 kg 1978 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 80 L


 

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