2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 490 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. 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 2009 Honda CR-V. 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 (308 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | CR-V | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3701 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96.9 mm | 90.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1951 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 73 L |