2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 3 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 99 kg more than 2008 Toyota Camry.

Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (298 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Jeep Wrangler 2008 Toyota Camry
Make Jeep Toyota
Model Wrangler Camry
Year Released 2005 2008
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2425 cc 3311 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 141 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 298 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1451 kg 1352 kg
Vehicle Length 3950 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.1 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 70 L


 

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