2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 222 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1244 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
