2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 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 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
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 (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 176 HP |
| Torque | 297 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
