2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan
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 Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 60 kg more than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan. (170 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1999 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Liberty | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
