2009 Honda Accord vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (290 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 739 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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, 2011 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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (161 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 93 L |
