2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2013 Ford Mustang is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Mustang (653 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Mustang. 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, 2013 Ford Mustang (856 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2683 cc | 5800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 653 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 856 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2035 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2720 mm |
