2009 Ford Focus vs. 1992 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 198 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1992 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1992 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
