2002 Honda Accord vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 35 kg more than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2002 Honda Accord (289 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2463 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 57 L |
