2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2002 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,505 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Altima (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 616 kg more than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2002 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3505 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
