2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 310 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Liberty | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 240 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1346 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |