2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 7 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 43 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (167 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 272 kg more than 2011 Mazda 3. 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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | 3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 60 L |
