2006 Nissan Altima vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 295 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.

Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Altima (339 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Nissan Altima 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Nissan Jeep
Model Altima Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2006 2003
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 3966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 250 HP 195 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 312 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1469 kg 1764 kg
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2700 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.2 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 78 L