2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2009 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (393 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2009 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Quest |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
