2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1998 Lotus 340 R
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lotus 340 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lotus 340 R would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus 340 R (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus 340 R should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 981 kg more than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lotus 340 R. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lotus 340 R.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1998 Lotus 340 R | |
| Make | Jeep | Lotus |
| Model | Liberty | 340 R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 72 L |
