1997 Honda CRX 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 CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda CRX would be higher. At 2,774 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 899 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. 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 CRX. 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 (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX. 2007 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda CRX has manual transmission. 1997 Honda CRX 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 CRX 2007 Jeep Cherokee
Make Honda Jeep
Model CRX Cherokee
Year Released 1997 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1668 cc 2774 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 125 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 141 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 100 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 17.5:1
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 1949 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
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 78 L