1996 Honda CRX vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1996 Honda CRX. (158 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 627 kg more than 1996 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda CRX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CRX. (143 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CRX. 2006 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda CRX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda CRX | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | CRX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2774 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
