2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 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 159 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 992 kg more than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 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 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Frontier. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Frontier has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1228 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
