1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 844 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Armada |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3140 mm |
