2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1997 Nissan Trailrunner
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Trailrunner would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (187 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 671 kg more than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner. (200 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Trailrunner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1997 Nissan Trailrunner | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Trailrunner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
