2007 Jeep Wrangler vs. 1990 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (157 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 185 kg more than 1990 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 1990 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Wrangler. (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Jeep Wrangler | 1990 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Wrangler | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86.4 mm |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |