2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 6 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (174 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 234 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (232 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. 2006 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Cherokee | Orlando |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4652 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1633 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
