2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Impreza (158 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 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 502 kg more than 2007 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, 2005 Jeep Liberty (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | Liberty | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1812 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
