2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge is newer by 4 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 195 more horse power than 2010 Ford Edge. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Edge. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 150 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Edge. 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 (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Edge. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Jeep | Ford |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Edge |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 132 L |
