2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Altima (251 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 369 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Altima (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Altima |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1829 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 76 L |
