2006 Ford Galaxy vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 Ford Galaxy 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Galaxy. 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 (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Galaxy. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Galaxy | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Galaxy | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1683 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |