2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
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, 2008 Jeep Wrangler (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2692 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
