2004 Ford E-250 vs. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Ford E-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford E-250 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford E-250 (389 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford E-250 | 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | E-250 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Van | 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 | 225 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2140 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 78 L |
