2006 Honda Element vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2007 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Element | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |