1995 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2007 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (105 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1995 Jeep Wrangler.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jeep Wrangler. 2007 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1995 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1995 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2459 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3590 mm |
