1993 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee

To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,774 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1993 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 499 kg more than 1993 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord. 2005 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1993 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1993 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Honda Accord 2005 Jeep Cherokee
Make Honda Jeep
Model Accord Cherokee
Year Released 1993 2005
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2774 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 134 HP 147 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1365 kg 1864 kg


 

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