2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (225 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 458 kg more than 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (407 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Odyssey. (325 Nm). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Odyssey | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2106 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 87 L |
