2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Kia Rio
To start off, 2008 Kia Rio 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 371 kg more than 2008 Kia Rio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Jeep Liberty (224 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Rio. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2008 Kia Rio | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Liberty | Rio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 45 L |