2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (147 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 186 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1798 cc | 2425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 72 L |