2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (489 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Silverado | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6570 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |
