2008 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 4 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 2,427 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 571 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 2012 Honda Insight. 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 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Cherokee | 2012 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Cherokee | Insight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2427 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
