2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2006 Toyota Highlander
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 Toyota Highlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Highlander would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (420 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Highlander. 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 (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2006 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Highlander |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 3310 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |