2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 804 kg more than 2005 Jeep Liberty. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (224 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Liberty | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Liberty | GL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2425 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 2460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 100 L |