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 Jeep Grand Cherokee  vs Honda Passport
   
  3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine w/ ESS Base Engine  3.5L V-6 Engine
 293 @ 6,400RPM Horsepower  285 horsepower
 260 @ 4,000RPM Torque 262 lb.-ft. of torque
   8-Speed Automatic 8HP50 Transmission Transmission  10-speed Automatic Transmission
6,200 lbs. Max Towing Capacity Base Engine 5,000 pounds
 Not Available Intelligent Variable Torque Management™ (i-VTM4®) AWD System Standard
 Available Traction Management Standard
 18-inch alum wheels Wheels  18-inch 
 19 mpg/26 mpg/22 mpg EPA MPG City/HWY/Combined 19/24/21
  Uconnect® 5 with 8.4-Inch Touch Screen Display Touchscreen 12.3-inch
 6-speakers Speakers 9 Speakers including Subwoofer
 Standard Bluetooth Streaming Audio  Standard
  Standard Apple CarPlay Compatibility Standard
  Standard Android Auto Integration Standard
 116.70-inches Wheelbase  113.6-inches
 193.50-inches  Length 191.5-inches
 70.80-inches Height 73.1-inches
 77.50-inches Width 79.4-inches
8.4-inches Ground Clearance 8.3-inches
 41.30 inches Legroom Front Row 41.1-inches
 38.20 -inches Legroom Second Row 40.9-inches
 37.70 cu.-ft. Cargo Volume Behind Second Row Seat 44.0 cu ft*
 70.8- cu.-ft. Cargo Volume Behind 1st Row 83.8 cu ft
 145 cu.-ft. Passenger Volume 119.1 cu.-ft.
   
 
Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine 

Is The Jeep Grand Cherokee More Powerful Than The Honda Passport?

Yes. The new Jeep Grand Cherokee 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine w/ ESS produces more power than the Honda Passport 3.5L V-6 Engine. To demonstrate take a glance below:

  • Base Engine: 3.6L V6 24V VVT Engine w/ ESS
  • Base Engine Horsepower: 293 @ 6,400RPM
  • Base Engine Torque: 257 @ 4,000RPM
  • Base Transmission: 8-Speed Automatic 8HP50 Transmission
Honda Passport Engine Specs
  • Base Engine: 3.5L V-6 engine
  • Base Engine Horsepower: 285 horsepower
  • Base Engine Torque: 262 lb.-ft. of torque
  • Base Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic 
4x4 Jeep Grand Cherokee 

Who Has The Best Max Towing Capacity: Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Honda Passport

The Jeep Grand Cherokee has a greater max towing capacity than the Honda Passport:

Jeep Grand Cherokee Max Towing Capacity 
  • Base Engine Max Towing Capacity : 6,200 lbs.
  • 2.0L I4 Hurricane Engine: 6,200 lbs.
Honda Passport Max Towing Capacity: 
  •  3.5L V-6 Engine Max Towing Capacity: 5,000 lbs.

What's Better: Jeep Grand Cherokee 4x4 System or Honda Passport i-VTM4 all-wheel-drive system? 

When it comes down to road handling, the Jeep Grand Cherokee comes available with three four-wheel-drive systems and the Honda Passport comes standard with the i-VTM4 all-wheel drive system. The Jeep Grand Cherokee Four-Wheel Drive System comes available in three different variations: 
  • QUADRA-TRAC I® 4X4 SYSTEM
  • QUADRA-TRAC II® 4X4 SYSTEM
  • QUADRA-DRIVE® II 4X4 SYSTEM
The Honda Passport is exclusively offered with Honda's i-VTM4 all-wheel-drive system. 

Generally speaking, All-Wheel-Drive Systems offers enhanced traction and stability in poor weather conditions on-road. Four-wheel-drive systems are designed to offer enhanced road handling capabilities off-road. However, the Jeep Grand Cherokee 4x4 system is designed to drive on and off-road. Not to mention the Jeep Grand Cherokee Four-Wheel-Drive System makes it easy and convenient to drive on all terrain. 

From this perspective, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is the top contender. 

Is The Jeep Grand Cherokee Interior Bigger Than the Honda Passport Interior?

Yes. The Jeep Grand Cherokee offers 145 cu.-ft. of passenger volume and the Honda Passport offers 119.1 cu.-ft. of passenger volume. 5 Passenger seating comes standard in both vehicles. But make no mistake. The Honda Passport makes up for it with 83.8 cu.-ft of cargo volume.

Jeep Grand Cherokee interior Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Honda Passport Technology

At the base level, the Jeep Grand Cherokee comes standard with an 8.4-inch touchscreen display and the Honda Passport comes standard with an 8-inch touchscreen display. 

When it comes down to the audio system, the Jeep Grand Cherokee comes standard with 6-speakers, and the Honda Passport comes standard with 7-speakers and a subwoofer.

Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth Streaming, both come standard with the Jeep Grand Cherokee and the Honda Passport.

Jeep Grand Cherokee Safety features 

Jeep Grand Cherokee Safety Features vs. Honda Passport Safety Features

Jeep Grand Cherokee Base Model Safety Features:
  • Blind-Spot and Cross-Path Detection
  • Active Lane Management System
  • Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop and Go
  • Electronic Stability Control
  • Four-Wheel Traction Control
  • Full-Speed Forward-Collision Warning Plus
  • Hill-Start Assist 
  • Advanced Multistage Front Air bags
  • Supplemental Front Seat-Mounted Side Air Bags
  • ParkView® Rear Back-Up Camera 
  • ParkSense® Rear Park-Assist with Stop
Honda Passport Safety Features:
  • Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
  • Road Departure Mitigation System (RDM)
  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
  • Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)
  • Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
  • Lane Departure Warning (LDW)
  • Parking Sensors (front & rear)
  • Blind Spot Information System (BSI)
  • Cross Traffic Monitor (CTM)
  • Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines

Should You Buy A Jeep Grand Cherokee or Honda Passport: Final Decision

Ultimately, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is our first pick. At the base level, the Jeep Grand Cherokee has a max towing capacity of 6,200 pounds. It also comes available three different four-wheel-drive systems. In addition to that, the new Jeep Grand Cherokee's passenger volume surpasses the Honda Passport's passenger volume. Even more impressive, the Jeep Grand Cherokee offers more trim levels, available features, and engine options than the Honda Passport. From this point of view, the Jeep Grand Cherokee is the top contender. But don't just take our word for it. See for yourself at Napleton River Oaks CDJR, conveniently located at 17225 Torrence Avenue, Lansing , IL 60438. Call or apply online to schedule a test drive in advance. 

Jeep Grand Cherokee vs Honda Passport FAQ

Is the Grand Cherokee or Honda Passport better for a large family?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee is better for a larger family compared to the Honda Passport because the Grand Cherokee offers seating for up to 7 passengers allowing more room for your family.

Can the Jeep Grand Cherokee or Honda Passport tow more?

The Jeep Grand Cherokee can tow more then the Honda Passport. The Jeep Grand Cherokee has a max. towing capacity of 6,200 lbs., while the Passport has a max. towing capacity of 5,000 lbs.

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