2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1998 Nissan President

To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan President would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan President (267 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan President should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Nissan President.

Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan President. (394 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan President.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Jeep Cherokee 1998 Nissan President
Make Jeep Nissan
Model Cherokee President
Year Released 2007 1998
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2776 cc 4494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 160 HP 267 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1950 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 3040 mm


 

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