2003 Honda Fit 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 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2003 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 886 kg more than 2003 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Fit. (123 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Fit | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Fit | Liberty |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1335 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2695 mm |