2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,995 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (435 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Mustang (544 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2004 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2004 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4995 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
