2008 Honda HR-V vs. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 813 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. 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, 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee (410 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2008 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 2007 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | HR-V | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 4701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 2130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 17.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 78 L |