2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 231 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Cherokee | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |
