2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 758 kg more than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Acadia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (367 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 GMC Acadia | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Acadia | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 2774 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 1677 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |