2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1999 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (188 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (126 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 44 kg more than 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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, 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee (295 Nm @ 3050 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Terrano II. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1999 Nissan Terrano II has manual transmission. 1999 Nissan Terrano II will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1999 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3956 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3050 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 80 L |
