2003 Jeep Liberty vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2003 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Jeep Liberty.
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, 2004 Mazda 6 (380 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jeep Liberty | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
