2007 Honda Accord vs. 1988 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (88 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 33 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 1988 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jeep Cherokee. (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1988 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |