2007 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 463 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
Because 2004 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, 2004 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 (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2004 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2427 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
