2009 Honda Jazz vs. 2007 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1479 kg more than 2009 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Jazz | 2007 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Jazz | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.4 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 2526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 78 L |
