2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep 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, 2009 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1469 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
