2006 Honda Jazz vs. 1999 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Honda Jazz is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Jeep Cherokee.
Because 1999 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz. 1999 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2006 Honda Jazz has manual transmission. 2006 Honda Jazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 1999 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Jazz | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
