2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Boxster (224 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 558 kg more than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Jeep | Porsche |
| Model | Liberty | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1278 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 64 L |
