2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 2 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (176 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 124 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (320 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
