2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 90 kg more than 2012 Porsche 911.
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, 2012 Porsche 911 (650 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Liberty. 2002 Jeep Liberty has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Liberty | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
