2011 Nissan NP300 vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 3 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 174 more horse power than 2011 Nissan NP300. (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan NP300.
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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan NP300. (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan NP300. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2011 Nissan NP300 has manual transmission. 2011 Nissan NP300 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:
| 2011 Nissan NP300 | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Nissan | Jeep |
| Model | NP300 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2486 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
