2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2002 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Subaru Impreza would be higher. At 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 342 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2002 Subaru Impreza (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2002 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Jeep | Subaru |
Model | Liberty | Impreza |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |