2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Quest weights approximately 246 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 2011 Nissan Quest. 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, 2011 Nissan Quest (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Cherokee | Quest |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 2063 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
