2002 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 53 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (157 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 603 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Civic | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Civic | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1264 kg | 1867 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
