1998 Honda Civic vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Civic 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 136 more horse power than 1998 Honda Civic. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 791 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (110 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Civic | Liberty |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 319 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1746 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |