1999 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1999 Honda Accord. (200 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1999 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Accord. (265 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Accord | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 352 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 2115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1943 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 93 L |