2008 Honda Ridgeline vs. 1999 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (184 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Honda Ridgeline.
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, 2008 Honda Ridgeline (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (290 Nm @ 2950 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 1999 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1999 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Ridgeline | 1999 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Ridgeline | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
