2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Silverado | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 80 L |