2009 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 107 kg more than 2009 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen Touareg. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2009 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2009 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Jeep Wrangler | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Wrangler | Touareg |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2777 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 12.0: 1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |