2002 Ford Mondeo vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2002 Ford Mondeo 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 444 kg more than 2002 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 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 (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Mondeo. (175 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Mondeo. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2002 Ford Mondeo has manual transmission. 2002 Ford Mondeo 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:
| 2002 Ford Mondeo | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mondeo | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
