2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (210 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 347 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (319 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Liberty | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3686 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1867 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 66 L |
