2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 9 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 694 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3965 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1899 kg | 2593 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 6195 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3988 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 136 L |
