2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 8 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 34 kg more than 2012 Acura TL.
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, 2012 Acura TL (370 Nm) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Jeep | Acura |
| Model | Liberty | TL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1834 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
