2006 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2006 Dodge Durango. (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 451 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 (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Durango | 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Durango | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 548 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2279 kg | 1828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 80 L |