2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S60 (295 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 164 kg more than 2002 Volvo S60.
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, 2002 Volvo S60 (400 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (225 Nm). This means 2002 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Liberty | S60 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
