2004 Ford Freestar vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 509 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Freestar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Freestar (325 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Freestar | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Freestar | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
