1998 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 110 kg more than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Cherokee | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Cherokee | Frontier |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3200 mm |