2004 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. (374 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
