2005 Honda HR-V vs. 1987 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (108 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1987 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Because 1987 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda HR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda HR-V | 1987 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | HR-V | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
