2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2009 Lexus GS
To start off, 2009 Lexus GS is newer by 5 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, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 19 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Lexus GS (372 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2009 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Liberty | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 71 L |
