2009 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Because 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Grand 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 Grand Cherokee (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Accord | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 15.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |