2009 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 949 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
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 (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox. (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Equinox | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 78 L |