2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 6 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 119 more horse power than 2012 Lexus GX. (301 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Lexus GX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 186 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 (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus GX. (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus GX.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Lexus GX | |
Make | Jeep | Lexus |
Model | Grand Cherokee | GX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6063 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 569 Nm | 446 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1885 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 87 L |