2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2010 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 438 kg more than 2010 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (313 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Jeep Cherokee 2010 Honda Accord
Make Jeep Honda
Model Cherokee Accord
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3687 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 190 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 313 Nm 219 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1951 kg 1513 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4851 mm
Vehicle Height 1790 mm 1433 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2741 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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