2006 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (161 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus.
Because 2000 Jeep Grand 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, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2683 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
