2002 Jeep Willys 2 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Willys 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Willys 2 would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 509 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.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (370 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Willys 2. (210 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Willys 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Willys 2 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Willys 2 | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
