2004 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 642 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Focus | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Focus | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |