2008 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, both 2008 Nissan Pathfinder and 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 848 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder, 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 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Pathfinder | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Nissan | Jeep |
Model | Pathfinder | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3954 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 266 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |