2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 394 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (570 Nm) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Liberty | SL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 80 L |
