2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Cherokee and 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 354 kg more than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Cherokee | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 3.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |