2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 7 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. Both 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 2013 Acura MDX are equipped with a 3,700 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 38 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Acura MDX | |
Make | Jeep | Acura |
Model | Grand Cherokee | MDX |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 3.6:1 | 11.2 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 2069 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2150 mm | 2238 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1733 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 79 L |