2006 Acura RSX vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (201 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Acura RSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RSX. (190 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Acura | Jeep |
| Model | RSX | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
