1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
