1998 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. (187 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1998 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 241 kg more than 2011 Jeep Liberty.
Because 1998 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Jeep Liberty. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 1998 Land Rover Range Rover (321 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Liberty. 2011 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 1998 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1998 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Land Rover Range Rover | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Land Rover | Jeep |
| Model | Range Rover | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1849 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4473 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2695 mm |
