2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Peugeot 308
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 308 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. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 308. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 379 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 308. 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 (319 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 308. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2008 Peugeot 308 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Liberty | 308 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 60 L |
