2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1997 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 138 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V.
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 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1997 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | HR-V | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
