2003 Acura TL vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura TL (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 271 kg more than 2003 Acura TL.
Because 2011 Jeep Liberty is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Jeep Liberty. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Acura TL | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Acura | Jeep |
Model | TL | Liberty |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |