2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 553 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | HR-V | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1862 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3881 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2423 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |