2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2011 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Ford Ranger. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Ranger. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2011 Ford Ranger | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Ranger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5171 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3193 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 74 L |
