2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1976 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ford Falcon (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 556 kg more than 1976 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1976 Ford Falcon (422 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1976 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Cherokee | Falcon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 422 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |