2004 Ford Freestar vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Freestar 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 (202 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Because 2012 Jeep Grand 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, 2012 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 Freestar (357 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ford Freestar 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Ford Jeep
Model Freestar Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2004 2012
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4195 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 187 HP
Torque 357 Nm 320 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5110 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1958 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1755 mm
Wheelbase Size 3070 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 80 L


 

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