2006 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V 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 125 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 488 kg more than 2006 Honda CR-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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | CR-V | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 85 L |
