2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 699 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Insight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Jeep | Honda |
| Model | Wrangler | Insight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1949 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
