2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2001 Nissan Moco
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Moco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Moco would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Moco. (53 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Moco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 908 kg more than 2001 Nissan Moco. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Moco, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Moco. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Moco.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2001 Nissan Moco | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Moco |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
