2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2005 Volvo XC90 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Liberty | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
