2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2008 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 121 kg more than 2005 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Liberty. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jeep |
| Model | 300 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2031 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 74 L |
