2007 Honda Accord vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,777 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (196 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 533 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 3777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1417 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
