2005 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (411 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria. (362 Nm). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
