2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 298 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Passat (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Liberty | Passat |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2803 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |
