2006 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 595 kg more than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2001 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2001 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2464 cc |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 57 L |
