2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Rover 75

To start off, both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2006 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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 Rover 75. 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 (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2006 Rover 75
Make Jeep Rover
Model Grand Cherokee 75
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6063 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 420 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 215 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2220 kg 1180 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.5 L/100km 9.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 65 L


 

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