2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 11 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, 2013 Honda Accord (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 409 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
Because 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 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 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (342 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2013 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Accord |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1531 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4862 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2775 mm |
