1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2012 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2012 Jeep Liberty is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (214 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 344 kg more than 1996 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2012 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Intrepid (339 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Intrepid | 2012 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Intrepid | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1836 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 74 L |
