2002 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 7 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 2,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 465 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
