2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 191 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Silverado | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 2169 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 78 L |