1997 Holden Statesman vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Holden Statesman | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Statesman | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
