2005 Holden Rodeo 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 Holden Rodeo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Rodeo would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (93 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Rodeo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Rodeo. (207 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Rodeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Holden Rodeo | 2008 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Rodeo | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2405 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2700 mm |
