2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 440 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Grand Cherokee (569 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Silverado | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 569 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2660 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 78 L |