2008 Honda Accord vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 5 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 520 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Accord | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Accord | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
