2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2003 Volvo V50
To start off, 2004 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (211 HP) has 77 more horse power than 2003 Volvo V50. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 429 kg more than 2003 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Volvo V50 (320 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2003 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Liberty | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1438 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
