2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Nissan Pickup
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 225 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Pickup. (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Nissan Pickup | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Pickup |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2960 mm |
