2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 390 kg more than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. 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 Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Vauxhall Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |