2002 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 387 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |