2004 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Ford Escape is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Escape (210 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Escape weights approximately 88 kg more than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Escape. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Jeep 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 Escape (271 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Escape | 2001 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escape | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
