2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 80 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.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Falcon. 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (409 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Cherokee | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 409 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | LPG |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
