2009 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 711 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Focus. (132 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
