2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Toyota Tacoma 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2008 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Wrangler. 2008 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2005 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2005 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
