2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2004 Renault Espace
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Espace would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Espace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Espace (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Espace should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Espace weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Renault Espace (350 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2004 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2004 Renault Espace | |
| Make | Jeep | Renault |
| Model | Liberty | Espace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 83 L |
