2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1989 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Expedition (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1989 Jeep 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jeep Cherokee. 2003 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1989 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1989 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1989 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2580 mm |
