1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 De Tomaso Bigua would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 368 kg more than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Bigua | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
