1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1998 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee and 1998 Nissan Almera were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Almera. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 895 kg more than 1998 Nissan Almera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan Almera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Almera. (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Almera. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1998 Nissan Almera has manual transmission. 1998 Nissan Almera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1998 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Almera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |