2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Cherokee and 2006 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Astra (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 Opel Astra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Opel Astra | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Cherokee | Astra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |