2009 Jeep Wrangler X 4x4 vs. 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2.8 CRD Unlimited
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Wrangler X 4x4 and 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2.8 CRD Unlimited were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler X 4x4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Wrangler X 4x4 (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2.8 CRD Unlimited. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Wrangler X 4x4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2.8 CRD Unlimited. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler X 4x4 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2.8 CRD Unlimited. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2.8 CRD Unlimited (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler X 4x4. (321 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2.8 CRD Unlimited will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler X 4x4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Wrangler X 4x4 | 2009 Jeep Wrangler 2.8 CRD Unlimited | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 2030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
