2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 449 kg more than 2012 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1491 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2799 mm |
