2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Lincoln MKX
To start off, 2008 Lincoln MKX 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lincoln MKX (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lincoln MKX 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 25 kg more than 2008 Lincoln MKX.
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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Lincoln MKX. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Lincoln MKX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Lincoln MKX | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | MKX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
