2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2005 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Quest (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 126 kg more than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (304 Nm). This means 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Quest |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3140 mm |
