2000 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Maxima (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 144 kg more than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Maxima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Cherokee | Maxima |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |