2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 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 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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 2008 Jeep Wrangler
Make Jeep Jeep
Model Grand Cherokee Wrangler
Year Released 2006 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6063 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 420 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 321 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.3:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2220 kg 1860 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1810 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2950 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.5 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 82 L


 

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