2004 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 905 kg more than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2009 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Cherokee | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
