2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Nissan Platina

To start off, 2005 Nissan Platina is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 86 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Platina. (109 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Platina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 735 kg more than 2005 Nissan Platina. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Platina. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Platina.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 2005 Nissan Platina
Make Jeep Nissan
Model Grand Cherokee Platina
Year Released 2004 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3966 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 195 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3750 RPM
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1065 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1770 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2700 mm 2480 mm


 

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