1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 10 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 3,964 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 420 kg more than 1997 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 Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (291 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3964 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.6 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
