2006 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Liberty. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2006 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, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Passat. 2013 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Liberty | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2801 cc | 3600 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 70 L |