2007 Honda Civic vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 213 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic.
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, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Civic | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
