2005 Jeep Liberty vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (211 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 57 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Liberty. (319 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Liberty | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 97 L |
