2002 Jeep Willys 2 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Willys 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Willys 2 would be higher. At 2,701 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 40 kg more than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Willys 2 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2790 mm |
