1997 Honda Prelude vs. 1998 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1998 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 49 kg more than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 1998 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jeep Cherokee. 1998 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 1998 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Prelude | Cherokee |
Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1381 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2580 mm |