2008 Ford Focus vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Ford Focus and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (114 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 908 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand 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, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
