2004 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (176 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 710 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Civic | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 176 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |