2009 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (141 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic.
Because 2007 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, 2007 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, 2007 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Wrangler |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3776 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 90.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |