2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 165 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jeep Liberty | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Liberty | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2635 mm |
