2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (285 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (495 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | F-150 | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2363 kg | 1957 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4404 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 85 L |
