1997 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 452 kg more than 1997 Honda Accord. 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 1997 Honda Accord. 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 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Accord | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |