2005 Nissan Armada vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 544 kg more than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (295 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Armada | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Armada | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2344 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 87 L |
