2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi

To start off, both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 348 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (72 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1056 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 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 Volkswagen Citi. 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 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi
Make Jeep Volkswagen
Model Grand Cherokee Citi
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6063 cc 1423 cc
Horse Power 420 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 108 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.8:1
Top Speed 245 km/hour 156 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5 seconds 11.7 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2220 kg 1164 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 3820 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1400 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1620 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.5 L/100km 8.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 49 L


 

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