2006 Ford F-350 vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 Ford F-350 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 120 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 504 kg more than 2006 Ford F-350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford F-350. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford F-350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford F-350 | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-350 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 16.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 78 L |
