2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Viano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2146 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 394 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.5 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |