1998 Holden Nova vs. 2006 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2006 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Nova would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1998 Holden Nova. (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 782 kg more than 1998 Holden Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Nova. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Holden Nova | 2006 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Nova | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1872 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |
