2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 9 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 110 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2010 Nissan Maxima, 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Maxima |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1606 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |