2002 Ford Explorer vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Explorer weights approximately 146 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Ford Explorer (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Explorer | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 87 L |
