2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 573 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (225 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Jeep Liberty | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Liberty | Jetta |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 281 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |