2007 Acura RDX vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 1 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (208 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura RDX | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | RDX | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 90.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 3.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2150 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |