1999 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 555 kg more than 1999 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. (193 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jeep Wrangler. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1999 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 1999 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jeep Wrangler | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2463 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3270 mm |
