2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (127 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 506 kg more than 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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 2004 Nissan Sentra. 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 (400 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Sentra. (175 Nm). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
