2009 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (191 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Honda FR-V. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (319 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda FR-V. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda FR-V | 2005 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | FR-V | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 72 L |
