2001 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2003 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2003 Honda CR-V is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda CR-V (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda CR-V weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jeep Wrangler | 2003 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Wrangler | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
