2002 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 306 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Civic | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |