2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2008 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 178 kg more than 2008 Saab 05-Sep.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jeep Liberty | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | Liberty | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 68 L |
