2004 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2007 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2007 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 561 kg more than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Wrangler. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jeep Wrangler | 2007 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Wrangler | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
