2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,774 cc, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (147 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 412 kg more than 2009 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | FR-V | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2774 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1864 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
