1996 Honda Civic 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 Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Honda Civic. (112 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 475 kg more than 1996 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Civic. 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 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Civic | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |