2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Renault Laguna

To start off, both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2006 Renault Laguna were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Renault Laguna. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 789 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Renault Laguna. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 2006 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna
Make Jeep Renault
Model Grand Cherokee Laguna
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2987 cc 1596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 110 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 151 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 79.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 80.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.8:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Acceleration 0-100mph 9 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2169 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4700 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 70 L


 

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