2006 Toyota Fortuner vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (235 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 904 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Fortuner (376 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota Fortuner | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | Fortuner | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 286 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 93 L |
