2011 Ford E-150 vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (188 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 777 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 2011 Ford E-150. 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, 2011 Ford E-150 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford E-150 | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | E-150 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2611 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5504 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2085 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3505 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 87 L |
