2003 Honda Inspire vs. 1995 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Honda Inspire is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Inspire (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire.
Because 1995 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Inspire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Jeep 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, 1995 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1995 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire. 2003 Honda Inspire has automatic transmission and 1995 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 1995 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Inspire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Inspire | 1995 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Inspire | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
