2006 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 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 296 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | 300 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2169 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 78 L |
