2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser (200 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 467 kg more than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser. (271 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Panel Cruiser | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | Panel Cruiser | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1564 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
