2006 Ford GT vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford GT would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 459 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford GT | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | GT | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 550 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 678 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |