2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 3 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 92 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Liberty | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 78 L |
