1997 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1997 Honda Accord. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 464 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 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Accord. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Accord | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1829 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
