2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Liberty would be higher. 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 345 kg more than 2006 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm). This means 2002 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Liberty | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Liberty | Forester |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 186 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |