1989 Ferrari 208 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 582 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 208.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari 208. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 208 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jeep |
| Model | 208 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66.8 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 101 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
