1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 557 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (291 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. 2011 Nissan Navara has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Nissan Navara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Navara |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
