2008 Honda Pilot vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 21 kg more than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Pilot. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Pilot | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Pilot | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 2031 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 70 L |