2006 Honda Civic vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (172 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 457 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Civic | 2009 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 172 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |
