2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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 6,063 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 55 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (365 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 291 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. 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, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (569 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Jeep | Dodge |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6063 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.8 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
