2002 Jeep Willys 2 vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton

To start off, both 2002 Jeep Willys 2 and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 Jeep Willys 2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Willys 2 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 has automatic transmission and 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Willys 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Jeep Willys 2 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
Make Jeep Volkswagen
Model Willys 2 Phaeton
Year Released 2002 2002
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1597 cc 3189 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 160 HP 238 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 210 Nm 315 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1315 kg 1995 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2890 mm