1972 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,445 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 GMC Suburban (238 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 GMC Suburban weights approximately 562 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 GMC Suburban (481 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1972 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 GMC Suburban | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7445 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 481 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
