2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Volvo S80 (440 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
