2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (380 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 107 kg more than 2004 Ford F-150.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford F-150 (610 Nm) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-150 | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 81 mm |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1323 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2580 mm |
