2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 218 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Toyota | Jeep |
| Model | 4Runner | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3881 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1826 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2423 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
