2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 476 kg more than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan 350Z. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan 350Z. (372 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2540 mm |
