2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 284 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Express | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |