1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (175 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (185 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover has automatic transmission and 1997 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1997 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Wrangler | 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | |
Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
Model | Wrangler | Range Rover |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2464 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 100 L |