2003 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Accord 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 15 more horse power than 2003 Honda Accord. (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 177 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord. 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 2003 Honda Accord. 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Accord. (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Accord | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
