1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,278 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (181 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (274 Nm). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 1654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
