1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano 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 44 kg more than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Because 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Murano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3125 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 384 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2824 mm |
