2010 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Wrangler is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 317 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Jeep Wrangler (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. 2010 Jeep Wrangler has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jeep Wrangler will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Jeep Wrangler | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Wrangler | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4404 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1877 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1798 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 64 L |
