2000 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2001 Ford Econovan
To start off, 2001 Ford Econovan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Ford Econovan. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Econovan weights approximately 15 kg more than 2000 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Econovan. 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 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Econovan. (155 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Cherokee | 2001 Ford Econovan | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Cherokee | Econovan |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2210 mm |