2005 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2004 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 232 kg more than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Cherokee (343 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Cherokee | 2004 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Cherokee | Liberty |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 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 | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1746 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |
