2004 Jeep Liberty vs. 2012 Kia Optima
To start off, 2012 Kia Optima 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Kia Optima. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Optima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 Kia Optima. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Optima. (209 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Optima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Liberty | 2012 Kia Optima | |
| Make | Jeep | Kia |
| Model | Liberty | Optima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1831 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 65 L |
