2005 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 79 kg more than 2005 Hyundai XG 350.
Because 2004 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai XG 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2005 Hyundai XG 350 (293 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai XG 350 | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Hyundai | Jeep |
| Model | XG 350 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
