2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2006 Toyota Avalon 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 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon 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 1000 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 410 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |