2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2008 Nissan Primera is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,701 cc, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Primera. 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 (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Primera |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1769 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |
