2003 Honda HR-V vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2003 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (394 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda HR-V | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | HR-V | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 4703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 78 L |
