2001 Ford Focus vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 654 kg more than 2001 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Focus | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
