2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
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 Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Camry 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 11 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (190 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 596 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 Camry. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (268 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Cherokee | Camry |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
