2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1996 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1996 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (411 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Sunny. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1996 Nissan Sunny has manual transmission. 1996 Nissan Sunny will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1996 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
