2005 Honda Element vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler
When we compare the 2005 Honda Element's and the 2005 Jeep Wrangler's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Honda Element has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2005 Honda Element's and the 2005 Jeep Wrangler's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Honda Element is a better car than the 2005 Jeep Wrangler.
2005 Honda Element vs. 2005 Jeep Wrangler Pricing
A used 2005 Honda Element ranges from $4,473 to $13,919 while a used 2005 Jeep Wrangler is priced between $9,892 to $25,563.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2005 Honda Element’s base engine makes 160 horsepower, and the 2005 Jeep Wrangler base engine makes 147 horsepower. The Element is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 345 miles. The Wrangler is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 361 miles.This gives the 2005 Honda Element the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2005 Jeep Wrangler the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2005 Honda Element has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2005 Jeep Wrangler has the advantage in the areas of rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
4473 - 13919
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
9892 - 25563
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.089293
Honda Element Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Jeep Wrangler Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.129827 / 10
Reliability:
8.459654 / 10
Retained Value:
9.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Honda Element Rankings
Not yet available
Jeep Wrangler Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 56Ranking
2 out of / 56Ranking
2 out of / 31Ranking
2 out of / 31Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 56Ranking
3 out of / 56Ranking
3 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 31Ranking
3 out of / 27Ranking
3 out of / 22Ranking
6 out of / 31Ranking
6 out of / 31Ranking
8 out of / 56Ranking
9 out of / 56Ranking
12 out of / 31Ranking
16 out of / 16Ranking
19 out of / 56Ranking
19 out of / 56Ranking
20 out of / 31Ranking
23 out of / 31Ranking
27 out of / 31Ranking
33 out of / 49Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2005 Honda Element Trim Levels
EX, LX
2005 Jeep Wrangler Trim Levels
Rubicon, SE, Sport, Unlimited, Unlimited Rubicon, X
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
7 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
161 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
1500 lbs
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
147 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
165 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.046 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
2000 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 23 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 345 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
16 / 19 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
304 / 361 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
43.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
41 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.2 inches
Cargo Space:
25.1 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
70.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
128.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
42.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
50.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.3 inches
Cargo Space:
11.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
105.9 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3371 lbs
Width:
71.5 inches
Height:
70.4 inches
Length:
166.5 inches
Wheelbase:
101.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3200 lbs
Width:
68.3 inches
Height:
71.2 inches
Length:
154.9 inches
Wheelbase:
93.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/70R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/75R15