2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan NP300 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 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | NP300 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2160 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 75 L |
