2005 Nissan Altima vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 839 kg more than 2005 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (244 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Altima | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Altima | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |
