2002 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, both 2002 Jeep Wrangler and 2002 Nissan Altima were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2002 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima. 2002 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2002 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2002 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Wrangler | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Wrangler | Altima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 244 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |