2009 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jeep Wrangler (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Civic weights approximately 66 kg more than 2001 Jeep Wrangler.
Because 2001 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2009 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 2001 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
