2002 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 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 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord.

Because 2005 Jeep Grand 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, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Accord 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Honda Jeep
Model Accord Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2002 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3704 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 152 HP 211 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 319 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.8:1 9.6:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 78 L


 

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