2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 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 5,653 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 69 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. 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 (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda CR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda CR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | CR-V | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 5653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 341 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 78 L |
