2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 508 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
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, 2001 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (390 Nm). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-150 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2700 mm |
