2006 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 218 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Equinox | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Equinox | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3425 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 78 L |