2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 1999 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (177 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Xterra. (274 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Xterra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 1999 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Liberty | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 3275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 73 L |
