2005 Hyundai Tucson vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 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 70 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Tucson. (187 Nm). This means 2004 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | Tucson | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 74 L |
