2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 895 kg more than 2009 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Silverado | Liberty |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 320 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2873 kg | 1978 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6270 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 74 L |