2008 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2010 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord.
Because 2010 Jeep Wrangler is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Wrangler. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Wrangler. 2010 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2010 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2103 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
