2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1997 Nissan 400 R
To start off, 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan 400 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan 400 R would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan 400 R (400 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan 400 R should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 127 kg more than 1997 Nissan 400 R.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Nissan 400 R (471 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (415 Nm). This means 1997 Nissan 400 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1997 Nissan 400 R | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 400 R |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 415 Nm | 471 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2720 mm |