2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 Chrysler Pacifica and 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
Model | Pacifica | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 569 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 78 L |