2008 Nissan Quest vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Nissan Quest is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Quest (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Quest weights approximately 689 kg more than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Quest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Grand 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, 2008 Nissan Quest (329 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Quest | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | Quest | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |
