2000 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.

Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2000 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Honda NSX 2006 Jeep Wrangler
Make Honda Jeep
Model NSX Wrangler
Year Released 2000 2006
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3177 cc 3960 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 290 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 7100 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 296 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 98.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78 mm 86.7 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1370 kg 1570 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 3890 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1170 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2380 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 72 L