2004 Ford Mustang 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 Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Ford Mustang. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 718 kg more than 2004 Ford Mustang. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3801 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 78 L |
