1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 9 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (218 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 680 kg more than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Because 2008 Nissan Quest is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (390 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Quest |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3160 mm |
