2006 Ford Ranger vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 Ford Ranger 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 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ranger. (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 823 kg more than 2006 Ford Ranger. 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 Ranger. 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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Ranger | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Ranger | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4016 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 206 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 3.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 78 L |