2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra

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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 138 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 50 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (441 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 Toyota Tundra
Make Jeep Toyota
Model Grand Cherokee Tundra
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6063 cc 4669 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 420 HP 282 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 441 Nm
Engine Bore Size 103 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2220 kg 2170 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5550 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3270 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.5 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 100 L


 

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