1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2000 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2000 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (187 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2000 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3955 cc | 2388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
