2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 34 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (177 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 318 kg more than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Jeep | Nissan |
| Model | Liberty | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
