2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee (319 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3704 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 78 L |
