2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2009 Jeep Wrangler and 2009 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (172 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (296 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Jeep | Toyota |
Model | Wrangler | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 172 HP | 236 HP |
Torque | 296 Nm | 361 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |