2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2001 Saturn SC
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Saturn SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Saturn SC would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 698 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2001 Saturn SC | |
| Make | Jeep | Saturn |
| Model | Liberty | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
