1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2010 Nissan Armada is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (247 HP @ 4050 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Armada weights approximately 581 kg more than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 2010 Nissan Armada. 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, 2010 Nissan Armada (521 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (468 Nm @ 3050 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Armada |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5899 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4050 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 2521 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5276 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2014 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |