2006 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,125 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 326 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee (384 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1999 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3125 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 384 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2700 mm |