2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-250. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford E-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-250. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-250.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Grand Cherokee | E-250 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3505 mm |