2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Liberty | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 55 L |
