2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Liberty. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2801 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
