2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 40 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord.
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, 2012 Honda Accord, 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord. (219 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Honda Accord | |
Make | Jeep | Honda |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 219 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |