2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (170 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 574 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |
