2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2009 Volvo V50
To start off, 2009 Volvo V50 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 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 57 kg more than 2009 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Volvo V50 (321 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2009 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Liberty | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1598 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 62 L |
