1999 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, both 1999 Jeep Cherokee and 1999 Nissan Terrano II were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (126 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 448 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Nissan Terrano II (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Cherokee. 1999 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Jeep Cherokee | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Cherokee | Terrano II |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1878 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |