2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Transit Connect would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Transit Connect. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Transit Connect.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Transit Connect | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Transit Connect | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Panel Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2916 mm |
