2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 255 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
