2008 Honda Element vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Honda Element 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element.
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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Element | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Element | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |