2006 Honda Civic vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 116 kg more than 2013 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
