2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 135 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 842 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Liberty | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
