2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Saturn Vue is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn Vue. (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Jeep | Saturn |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 61 L |
