2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 3 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 189 kg more 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda BT-50. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Grand Cherokee | BT-50 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5653 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |