2007 Ford Focus vs. 1990 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 279 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1990 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1171 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
