2007 Ford Ka vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2007 Ford Ka and 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1033 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ka | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Ka | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 2169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 78 L |
