2009 Honda Odyssey 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 Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP) has 57 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Odyssey. 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Odyssey | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1958 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1755 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 80 L |
