2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 82 L |
