2006 Ford Territory vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 566 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Territory | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Territory | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3960 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1710 mm |
