2004 Holden Cruze vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Holden Cruze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Holden Cruze would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 851 kg more than 2004 Holden Cruze. 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Holden Cruze | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Cruze | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2660 mm |
