2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 150 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (569 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (434 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 87 L |
