2012 Ford Focus vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2012 Ford Focus and 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Ford Focus. (160 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Focus.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (320 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Focus | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Focus | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4359 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
