2006 Acura RL vs. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP) has 100 more horse power than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (190 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
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 Acura RL (347 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1994 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | RL | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 3964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
