2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Sierra (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Sierra | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 93 L |
