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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Altima. (260 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 849 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 four wheel drive (4WD), 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 (630 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Altima. (334 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 | 3491 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 459 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1487 kg | 2336 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2156 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 93 L |
