2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 554 kg more than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Expedition. 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 Expedition (475 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (408 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Expedition | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2700 mm |
