2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2006 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 865 kg more than 2006 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche Boxster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Jeep | Porsche |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Boxster |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3177 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 268 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |