2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Lincoln MKS
To start off, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lincoln MKS (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lincoln MKS 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 294 kg more than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Lincoln MKS. (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Lincoln MKS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Lincoln MKS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | MKS |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2868 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
