2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
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 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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 128 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (292 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (457 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 457 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 96 L |
