2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2006 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Maxima (265 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 161 kg more than 2006 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2006 Nissan Maxima (346 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2006 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Liberty | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 76 L |
