2008 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Focus (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 150 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2008 Ford Focus (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1998 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2580 mm |
