2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (238 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Odyssey. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Odyssey. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Odyssey | 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Odyssey | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 410 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2916 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |