2005 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Regal 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 223 more horse power than 2005 Buick Regal. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Buick Regal. 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 2005 Buick Regal. 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 (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Regal. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Regal | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Regal | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |
