2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Wrangler and 2006 Lexus GS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (245 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 125 kg more than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Lexus GS (312 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Lexus GS | |
Make | Jeep | Lexus |
Model | Wrangler | GS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 71 L |