2008 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2008 Jeep Wrangler and 2008 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2008 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 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Wrangler | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3979 cc | 3545 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 270 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
