2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 6,063 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 15.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 96 L |
