2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 235 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1185 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 2737 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 66 L |