2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1998 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Camry. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 668 kg more than 1998 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Wrangler (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Camry. (188 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler | 1998 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Wrangler | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2680 mm |
