2007 Honda Civic vs. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (190 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 466 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. 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, 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1993 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 190 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 87 L |
