2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2009 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 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 48 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (154 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2006 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 2006 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Jeep Wrangler 2006 Toyota Camry
Make Jeep Toyota
Model Wrangler Camry
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3778 cc 2358 cc
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 202 HP 154 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 321 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2043 kg 985 kg
Vehicle Length 4410 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 7.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 70 L


 

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