2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 2011 Jeep Wrangler

To start off, 2011 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (161 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 622 kg more than 2005 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota RAV4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (224 Nm). This means 2011 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota RAV4.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota RAV4 2011 Jeep Wrangler
Make Toyota Jeep
Model RAV4 Wrangler
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2360 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 161 HP 202 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 224 Nm 321 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1314 kg 1936 kg
Vehicle Length 4240 mm 4404 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 56 L 85 L


 

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