2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 540 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Cherokee | Focus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 147 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 1324 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 47 L |
