2009 Ford Focus vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,522 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 426 kg more than 2009 Ford Focus.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2522 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.8 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
