2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 539 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Liberty | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Liberty | Bora |
Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |