2006 Honda Pilot 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 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Pilot | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 328 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 78 L |