2002 Chrysler LHS vs. 2010 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2010 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chrysler LHS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chrysler LHS would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chrysler LHS (250 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler LHS should accelerate faster than 2010 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 212 kg more than 2002 Chrysler LHS.
Because 2010 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chrysler LHS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Chrysler LHS (327 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chrysler LHS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chrysler LHS | 2010 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | LHS | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3516 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 327 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1841 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4493 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1806 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2695 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 74 L |
