2001 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1996 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. (121 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 100 kg more than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda S-MX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda S-MX. (191 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Cherokee | 1996 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Cherokee | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
