2009 Ford Focus vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 472 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 2000 Jeep Grand 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, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (215 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Focus. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Ford Focus 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Ford Jeep
Model Focus Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2009 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 89 HP 188 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 215 Nm 295 Nm
Torque RPM 1850 RPM 3050 RPM
Engine Bore Size 73 mm 98.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 86.6 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 174 km/hour 180 km/hour
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 1834 kg
Vehicle Length 4340 mm 4500 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2770 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.8 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 87 L