2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2003 Lexus SC
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Lexus SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus SC would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 181 kg more than 2003 Lexus SC.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Lexus SC (290 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2003 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Jeep | Lexus |
| Model | Liberty | SC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
