1986 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2005 Nissan Maxima is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Maxima (276 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 128 kg more than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 2005 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
