1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra 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 773 kg more than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
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 (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Xterra. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Xterra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
