2004 Acura RSX vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, both 2004 Acura RSX and 2004 Jeep Cherokee were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura RSX (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 809 kg more than 2004 Acura RSX.
Because 2004 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Acura RSX. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Acura RSX. 2004 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2004 Acura RSX has manual transmission. 2004 Acura RSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura RSX | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | RSX | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |