2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada is newer by 2 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 558 kg more than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Armada | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 78 L |
