2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2007 Mazda Drifter
To start off, 2007 Mazda Drifter is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 2,606 cc, 2007 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda Drifter. 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 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Drifter. (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Drifter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Mazda Drifter | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Liberty | Drifter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2606 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
