2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2008 Nissan Patrol
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Cherokee and 2008 Nissan Patrol were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,757 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Patrol (254 HP) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 354 kg more than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Patrol. 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 Nissan Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. 2008 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2008 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 4757 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 254 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 135 L |
