2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Tata Nano
To start off, 2012 Tata Nano is newer by 7 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2012 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Nano.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Jeep | Tata |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Nano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 37 L |
