2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Nissan Navara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 133 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Navara weights approximately 54 kg more than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2012 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Navara 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Navara. (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Navara. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2012 Nissan Navara has manual transmission. 2012 Nissan Navara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Navara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
