2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1968 Holden Monaro
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,024 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Holden Monaro. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1968 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 571 kg more than 1968 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Holden Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1968 Holden Monaro (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1968 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Jeep | Holden |
| Model | Cherokee | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3699 cc | 5024 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
