1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 16 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 834 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 2013 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Cherokee | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Cherokee | Titan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2463 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 2214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3550 mm |