2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg. (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Liberty | Touareg |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 3189 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |