2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (207 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 439 kg more than 2010 Nissan Altima.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 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, 2010 Nissan Altima (349 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Altima |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1512 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
