2005 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2011 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2011 Toyota Yaris is newer by 6 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 402 kg more than 2011 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2005 Jeep Wrangler (224 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota Yaris. (139 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Wrangler | 2011 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1689 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
