1972 Buick Centurion vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Centurion weights approximately 393 kg more than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick Centurion. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1972 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Centurion | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Centurion | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2650 mm |
