2000 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2012 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 12 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Qashqai (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2000 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 1 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 2012 Nissan Qashqai. 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, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. (193 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Qashqai. 2000 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Qashqai will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2370 mm |
