2004 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 276 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Passat | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 74 L |
