2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Jeep | Honda |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Civic |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 144 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |