2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius is newer by 6 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 584 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. 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 2006 Toyota Prius. 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Prius |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
