2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 7 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 59 kg more than 2004 Jeep Liberty. 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 2011 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (350 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (225 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Liberty | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1794 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2919 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
