2005 Ford Freestyle vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Ford Freestyle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (210 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestyle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 144 kg more than 2005 Ford Freestyle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Freestyle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestyle. (281 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestyle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestyle | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Freestyle | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
