2004 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (117 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 319 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2000 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2000 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2464 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 194 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1111 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |