2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 102 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (225 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Buick | Jeep |
| Model | Blackhawk | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2660 mm |
