1999 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 550 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Liberty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Golf. 2011 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1999 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 1999 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Golf | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1299 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 74 L |
