2006 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 1426 kg more than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Jeep 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
