2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (195 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (138 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 419 kg more than 1996 Nissan Maxima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Maxima. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2710 mm |
