2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestar (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestar weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Freestar (357 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestar | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Freestar | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 357 Nm | 312 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 78 L |