2012 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2013 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2013 Jeep Wrangler is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. Both 2012 Volkswagen Passat and 2013 Jeep Wrangler are equipped with a 3,600 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (281 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Wrangler weights approximately 438 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jeep Wrangler is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Jeep Wrangler (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. 2012 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2013 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volkswagen Passat | 2013 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Jeep |
| Model | Passat | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4769 mm | 4684 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1798 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2712 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
