1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Nissan 1400
To start off, 2007 Nissan 1400 is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2007 Nissan 1400. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan 1400.
Because 1997 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Jeep Cherokee (283 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan 1400. (97 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan 1400. 1997 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan 1400 has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Nissan 1400 | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
