2007 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 122 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 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 2011 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2011 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 | 2011 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
