2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee

To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (459 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.

Because 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Accord 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Make Honda Jeep
Model Accord Grand Cherokee
Year Released 2008 2013
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2204 cc 6400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 138 HP 459 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 630 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 103 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.1 mm 94 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4859 mm
Vehicle Width 1770 mm 2156 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1756 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2916 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 93 L