1997 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 316 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Cherokee | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2464 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |
