2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Trans Sport | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |