2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (230 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 SSR (542 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (393 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | SSR | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
