2009 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Fit | Cherokee |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1817 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |