2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 601 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (301 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Cherokee | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
