2004 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2004 Lexus ES
To start off, both 2004 Jeep Wrangler and 2004 Lexus ES were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus ES (208 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (190 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 56 kg more than 2004 Lexus ES.
Because 2004 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Jeep Wrangler (320 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus ES. (298 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Wrangler | 2004 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Wrangler | ES |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3966 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1622 kg | 1566 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
