2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 57 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 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. 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, 2012 Nissan Pathfinder (390 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Cherokee 2012 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Jeep Nissan
Model Cherokee Pathfinder
Year Released 2008 2012
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3701 cc 4000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 308 Nm 390 Nm
Torque RPM 3700 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1951 kg 2008 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4884 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1849 mm
Vehicle Height 1870 mm 1829 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 73 L 80 L


 

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