2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 9 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 355 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (281 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (225 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Liberty | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4277 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1486 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2537 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
