2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1994 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1994 Ford Tempo. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Ford Tempo. (203 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1994 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
