1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP) has 66 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 87 kg more than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Odyssey | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2640 mm |
