2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 (415 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Cherokee | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2427 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 415 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |