2002 Volkswagen Phaeton vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (308 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 681 kg more than 2010 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jeep Liberty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Phaeton | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4921 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 308 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2489 kg | 1808 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 74 L |
