2006 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2006 Jeep Wrangler and 2006 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Wrangler (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 383 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Wrangler 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 Wrangler (319 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Wrangler | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3966 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 95.6 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |