2004 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Explorer (239 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 871 kg more than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Explorer | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 239 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 2169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 78 L |
