2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 781 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. 2009 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 2007 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2007 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
