2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,699 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R. (187 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz R.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz R (440 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cherokee | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3699 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 307 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |