2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, both 2002 Jeep Liberty and 2002 Nissan X-Trail were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 450 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 2002 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2002 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jeep Liberty will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Liberty | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2540 mm |
