2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Lexus LS
To start off, 2006 Lexus LS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 53 kg more than 2006 Lexus LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Lexus LS (423 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | LS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 84 L |
