2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 600 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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 2008 Toyota Avensis. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Avensis 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.
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2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |