2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 456 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avensis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 60 L |
