2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2011 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 929 kg more than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 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 2011 Toyota Corolla. 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 (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Corolla. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2011 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2169 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
