2005 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1172 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1192 kg | 2364 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 93 L |
