1996 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 11 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 91 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2007 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 De Tomaso Bigua. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1996 De Tomaso Bigua (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Liberty. 2007 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1996 De Tomaso Bigua has manual transmission. 1996 De Tomaso Bigua will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 De Tomaso Bigua | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Jeep |
| Model | Bigua | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
