2007 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 597 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Liberty | Jetta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 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 |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2651 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |