2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Lexus ES
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 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus ES would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Lexus ES. (218 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 663 kg more than 2006 Lexus ES. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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 (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus ES. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | ES |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3314 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
