Toyota RAV4 vs. Jeep Wrangler Review

Performance
As far as horsepower, the Toyota packs quite a wallop and will knock the Jeep Wrangler down a few rungs. On the other hand, remember that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Toyota RAV4 and the Jeep Wrangler most certainly handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Jeep has a more sizeable engine than the Toyota RAV4. Bear in mind that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but smaller engines can be stressed more. The Toyota RAV4 could learn a lesson or two from the Jeep Wrangler when it comes to torque.

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Toyota RAV4 over the Jeep Wrangler. There's no clear winner between the Toyota and the Jeep Wrangler with respect to hauling capacity.

Convenience
You'll most certainly take the Wrangler for a fill-up approximately as often as the RAV4.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Wrangler offers a bit more head room than the Toyota, there really isn't much of a difference. The ampler interior dimensions of the Toyota RAV4 make it considerably roomier for your passengers than the Jeep.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Jeep Wrangler than the Toyota RAV4 because of its bigger tank. The Jeep and the RAV4 compete for the same parking spaces. The Jeep Wrangler's shorter wheelbase will likely give a nimbler feel in daily traffic. However, the Toyota RAV4 is likely to have a smoother, more stable ride.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs almost the same to get the Wrangler to the dealership as the RAV4. The Jeep Wrangler will tax your gasoline budget considerably more than the Toyota RAV4 will. The Jeep Wrangler pales in comparison to the Toyota RAV4 with respect to gas mileage. The Jeep Wrangler isn't much costlier than the Toyota RAV4 as far as MSRP. The Jeep Wrangler will cost you a lots_of_money in gasoline every year compared to the Toyota RAV4.

Warranty
The Toyota RAV4 and the Jeep Wrangler have the same basic warranty.