2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 769 kg more than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. 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 (569 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
