2006 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 210 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 114 kg more than 2006 Ford Mustang.

Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep 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 Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Mustang 2008 Jeep Cherokee
Make Ford Jeep
Model Mustang Cherokee
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4015 cc 3701 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 100.4 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84.4 mm 90.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1715 kg 1829 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 13.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 78 L


 

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