2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2009 Kia Optima
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 4 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, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Because 2005 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Kia Optima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2009 Kia Optima | |
Make | Jeep | Kia |
Model | Liberty | Optima |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |