1998 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 673 kg more than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Hyundai Lantra. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Hyundai Lantra | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Lantra | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1495 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2660 mm |
