2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2006 Jeep Wrangler were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 245 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 650 kg more than 2006 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |