2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 4 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 234 kg more than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. 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, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan X-Trail. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2008 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Liberty | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 16.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
