1998 Acura NSX vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 595 kg more than 1998 Acura NSX.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura NSX. (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura NSX. 2009 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1998 Acura NSX has manual transmission. 1998 Acura NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Acura NSX | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
