2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1241 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jeep Cherokee | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Jeep | Honda |
Model | Cherokee | Today |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1951 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |