2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Wrangler | Altima |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
