1993 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 472 kg more than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jeep Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Jeep Cherokee 2011 Nissan Quest
Make Jeep Nissan
Model Cherokee Quest
Year Released 1993 2011
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3959 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 181 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 301 Nm 325 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual CVT
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1560 kg 2032 kg
Vehicle Length 4300 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1971 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1854 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3000 mm


 

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