2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2003 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan Altima (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Nissan Altima.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Altima. (231 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2003 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
