2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Terrano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Terrano would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 2 kg more than 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee (548 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (328 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Terrano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 548 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1828 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |