2002 Honda NSX vs. 2004 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2004 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 252 kg more than 2002 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda NSX. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda NSX | 2004 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | NSX | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
