2005 Honda Fit vs. 2003 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2005 Honda Fit. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Fit.
Because 2003 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Fit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Jeep Liberty (320 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Fit. (119 Nm). This means 2003 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Fit | 2003 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Fit | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2660 mm |
