2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2008 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 7 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, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 196 kg more than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2008 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
