2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1987 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1987 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1987 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 747 kg more than 1987 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Nissan Santana. (143 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1987 Nissan Santana | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Cherokee | Santana |
Year Released | 2006 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |