2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (149 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1022 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ranger. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Ranger | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3050 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 87 L |
