1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Ballade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (322 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Ballade | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 322 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.5 mm | 90.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 70 L |