2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Nissan Rogue

To start off, 2012 Nissan Rogue 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 250 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Rogue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 734 kg more than 2012 Nissan Rogue. 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 2012 Nissan Rogue. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Rogue. (237 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Rogue.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2012 Nissan Rogue
Make Jeep Nissan
Model Grand Cherokee Rogue
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6063 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 420 HP 170 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 569 Nm 237 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2220 kg 1486 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4656 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1801 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1659 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.8 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.8 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 78 L 60 L


 

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