2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Maxima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Maxima (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 71 kg more than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Maxima. 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 @ 1800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Maxima. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
